Sunday Stuffs

Just a random "potpourri" of stuffs......

The latest sign at Marukai:

The latest sign says February 1st for Marukai Market. I hope so.

Chilango's Reopening?

When we first moved to San Diego, we visited Chilango's in Hillcrest several times, and really enjoyed ourselves. I was getting a post ready, when I found out that the Owners of Chilango's had hired some Itamae, and opened up what amounted to a Japanese Fast-Food restaurant. Today, during the usual trip, I noticed the sign was gone, and the Chilango's sign was back up!

So is Chilango's reopening? A second "I hope so" for this one.

The Bard of Banh Mi:

One of the FOY (Friends of Yoso) who often keeps me informed of his various adventures in Bun Bo Hue, and Banh Mi is Jon Oropeza, IT pro by day, writer by night. He recently sent me this, which tickled me....you can also find it here. I now proclaim Jon, the Bard of Banh Mi:

bánh mì gà

i surprise the woman
by ordering 'bon-my-gah'
because that's what I want
a chicken sandwich.

the alien lah-dah-lahs
of her man on his cell
yelling about a smogging -
'la la la Test Only
do doe way Test Only,'
he'd say -
'Test Only.' 'nah-no Test Only!'
'gue go way you-win' -

(my blabber transcription)

' - la lo mben Test Only.'
'la mben do doe-lay'.

we think of languages discrete,
they're melanges aren't they?

French sandwiches and tenseless Khmer
like a grid shaking hands with a sphere.

in the rear their gorgeous
stick-figure daughter
wriggles on her chair
agog by my big bites into
Chicken, Gà, same
Viet-name and my

Thanks for sharing, and the dedication Jon. I forgot to ask, where the inspirational Banh Mi was from, so I took a photo of a Banh Mi Ga Nuong from Song Huong(now costs $2.50). I'm guessing it must be Song Huong?

Finally, a funny YouTube from Andy the ABC:

He even mentions mmm-yoso!!! Enjoy:

Thanks Andy! We love it! And one day we hope to be in Taiwan, though I'm not quite sure I'd have what you did.......

You never know what you'll find on Imperial Avenue:

I was driving along a few weekends ago. I'd already grabbed some tacos from El Compita, but in the parking lot of the former El Comal, now called something like Casa el Pepe(2822 Imperial Ave), was some major Polo asada being grilled. If I hadn't already grabbed some tacos, I'd have stopped. I did manage to snap a quick photo:

I'm hoping to check it out in the coming weeks......

I hope everyone is having a great weekend!

Comments

[Hao]

My friend (who works at Marukai) says they expect to be open by Wednesday. Then again, this is the same person who told me they would be open at the end of December...

[Kat]

Gosh, I hope you get a Marukai where you are soon!

[noromdiam]

Mmmm that video makes me hungry for Taiwanese food.

[jeffrey c]

That video is so funny. Ximending Ah Chung rice noodle. That was great. My wife took me there on a cold winter day and the noodles really hit the spot. There are lots of condiments that you can add to make it to your taste. It truly is a Taiwan specialty. Kirk if you're ever in Taiwan, you should check it out.

[yummieyummy]

lol great video & poem =))) Thank you! Song Huong is also a good place for "rau ma," pennyworth drink. Their "nuoc mia" sugarcane drink is also good. I always order the pennyworth drink with no sugar, it's refreshing and healthy for your skin!

[Christine D.]

"at least she didn't give them 40 US dollars" hahaha

Funny video.

[SK]

That's great if Chilango's is coming back. I'd much rather have them than yet another so-so sushi vendor.

[Kirk]

Hi Hao - Thanks for the info. I wouldn't be surprised if they did a "soft opening"....that's what was done when Marukai opened in West Covina. It gives them time to get all processes working smoothly.

Hi Kat - We're pretty excited about it.

Hi Noromdiam - Neat video, eh?

Hi Jeffrey - When we go to Taiwan, believe me I'll be hitting you up for recommendations!

Hi YY - Yes, there's always people grabbing drinks there.

Hi Christine - I really did enjoy that video......

Hi SK - Oh yes, I'll welcome them back with open arms. Like we needed another cheap sushi and teriyaki joint in Hillcrest!

[Lynnea]

Great eye, I didn't notice that the chilangos sign was back. You're right, it would be wonderful to have them back, even if only for their delicious margaritas =)

[Carol]

Hey Kirk, I drove by Murakai last night and noticed that all the flyers were off the windows, lights were on, and shopping carts in front. I didn't see anyone in the store, or going in/coming out. Doesn't look too long before they're open!

[Kirk]

Hi Lynnea - I'm glad they're returning.

Hi Carol - Sounds like they're getting ready...good!

[Fred]

I went by Marukai today and they are open! I guess they decided that they could open a week ahead of schedule.

At the moment, they are stocked with all the typical items one might find at a Japanese market. The fresh seafood section isn't stocked yet, but the sushi counter is up and running.

The parking in front of Marukai is horrendous, but one can park in the adjacent parking lot, the one with Tajima 2 and walk over.

Their posted hours are 9:30am to 10pm every day.

[Kirk]

Hi Fred - Yes, looks like they went for a "soft opening". The Missus called me on Friday, and told me that it look like they opened, and I drove past that evening and saw people pushing shopping carts with groceries.